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Riviera Maya Holidays

Holidays to Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya holidays

Stretching all the way from Punta Allen located in the south to Punta Tanchacte located in the north, Riviera Maya holidays are home to some very popular holidays resorts here in Mexico like Playa del Carmen and Cancun.

Weather

During your Riviera Maya holidays, no matter when you take them, you can enjoy ample of sunshine through out the year. Riviera Maya holidays between October and June will have you see warm temperatures very well over 30C and you can expect at least 6 hours of sunshine in this part of Mexico for almost through out the year. This is also the best time to enjoy Riviera Maya holidays. Rains start in May and last until mid-October and it is very short-lived and does not affect the warm temperatures. Riviera Maya holidays in the months of June, July and August would be the hottest where the temperature can easily cross over 33C.

Activities and Attractions

  • Beaches – Riviera Maya holidays boasts some of the most stunning beach resorts like Playa del Carmen and Cancun. The beaches here and sandy and white, with a nice warm weather and the beaches by the stretch of the coast from Tulum to Cancun can either be deserted or unspoilt or surrounded by many bars and restaurants.
  • Sightseeing – You can go for sightseeing for various attractions around during your Riviera Maya holidays like seeing ancient Mayan ruins, jungle tours and horseback riding. You can also head to the Xel-Ha ecological park and enjoy the beautiful cenotes, which basically are underwater caves, visit the CrocoCun , Tres Rios and Aktun Chen caverns. Aviario Xaman Ha is a must for bird lovers with many tropical bird species as well as visit the Biosphere Reserve in Sian Ka’an on your Riviera Maya holidays.
  • Diving – Diving opportunities are excellent at the Great Maya Reef – the 2nd largest reef in the whole world. You can try cavern diving to see some brilliant marine life during your Riviera Maya holidays.
  • Golf – Riviera Maya holidays boast many golf courses with spectacular views of the ocean and nice lovely weather. The golf clubs here cater to people with various skills levels, right from amateurs to professional golfers.
  • Water sports – Indulge in various water sport activities like scuba diving, windsurfing, parasailing, snorkelling, swimming and kayaking during your Riviera Maya holidays here in Mexico.

Nightlife

The nightlife on your Riviera Maya holidays can be very lively or be a low key affair, as you make out of it. There are many great nightclubs, bars parties on the beach around where you can dance until the wee hours of the morning. The all-inclusive resorts here offer lovely night entertainment facilities where you can enjoy different shows and theme dinners every night and you can also take part in various collective dances and contests. Captain Tutix, Blue Parrot, Senor Frog’s, Alux, Zuzu Lounge, Quinta Avenida and Crocodilo’s are the various pubs and night clubs in and around the area, where you can have great evening time during your Riviera Maya holidays.

Transport

The nearest airport is the Cancun International Airport, which is about 52 km away from Playa del Carmen and you can rent a jeep or car from the airport to enjoy various attractions on your Riviera Maya holidays. You can also avail the private cab service or take a bus to Playa del Carmen which leaves every hour. There are various shuttle services available as well that operate between Tulum and Cancun and has stops along the route. Take the ferry service on your Riviera Maya holidays, which leaves from Calica and Playa del Carmen and connects the islands with the continent.

Food and Restaurants

You’ll find a great array of dining options on your Riviera Maya holidays, right from road side shacks to elegant dining restaurants serving a range of cuisines from all over the world.

  • Ajua Maya –  This is a fine dine restaurant, with a nice exotic ambience which serves authentic Mexican and Mayan cuisine with some light Latin Jazz Music in the background.
  • Capitan Camaron – Try this restaurant on your Riviera Maya holidays for deliciously fresh sea food and dishes like Mexican style fish taco and fried tortillas served with steak burritos and ceviches.
  • Casa del Agua – Nice place to indulge in some International dining during your Riviera Maya holidays; offers personalized service, nice ambience uplifted my soft music.
  • Los Danzantes – This restaurant is situated in Playa del Carmen and provides a very beautiful dining experience during your Riviera Maya holidays, combining stunning views of the Cozumel Islands and the Caribbean Sea with some mouth watering gourmet dining.

Accommodation

You’ll find varied accommodation during your Riviera Maya holidays in Mexico, which ranges from B & B’s to upscale resorts and hotels which offer luxurious facilities and services as well as all inclusive holiday packages.

  • Grand Velas All Suites and Spa Resort – It offers great all in luxury packages for relaxing Riviera Maya holidays; wonderful accommodation, personalized concierge services, a deluxe Spa with an excellent convention centre.
     
  • The Grand Sunset Princess – A lovely 5-star hotel and ideal for tranquil Riviera Maya holidays in Mexico because of its splendid surroundings, cool beaches and natural parks around.
  • Ocean Breeze Golf Hotel – This is a 4-star hotel with exuberant rooms and top class facilities, making up for some idyllic Riviera Maya holidays.
  • Ceiba del Mar Spa Resort – A nice boutique hotel and an ideal place to relax, rest and forget all your stress and worries.
  • Posada Mariposa – A small-budget hotel; offers a comfortable holiday stay in the middle of natural surroundings; perfect for cheap Riviera Maya holidays in Mexico.

Riviera Maya holidays are known for its lagoons, mangroves, lagoons, ecological reserves, ancient Mayan cities and not to forget the 2nd largest coral reef in the world. With high class amenities for tourists, you’ll find loads of eco-tourism options during your Riviera Maya holidays which will allow you to experience and discover the lovely biodiversity in this part of Mexico. Book Riviera Maya holidays and enjoy a warm sunny Mexican Caribbean vacation experience in Mexico.